Resumé & Interviews

Your Resume Markets YOU

A resume is a marketing tool. It should portray your unique qualifications, help you stand out from other candidates, and make an employer want to meet you in person. It is your advertisement to help you obtain an interview.

Keep in mind that prospective employers will spend less than 30 seconds reviewing your resume. You must keep it clear, concise, and focused on the information that will sell you best.

Prepare your resume now:

• View our video about Writing a Resume.
• Print our Resume Packet.
• Create your resume and print it.
• Bring it to MCC Career & Re-Entry Services and have it reviewed by a Career Services Specialist.

Prepare for the Interview

We have all heard that first impressions really do count. That is why it is important to make a positive, convincing first impression when beginning an interview.

If you are preparing for a job interview, print our Interviewing Preparation packet.  Also be sure to view the video on Interviewing in our on-line Job Search Tool Kit.

• PRACTICE by asking us for a mock interview! Make an appointment with a Career Services Specialist. Practice how you will answer basic interview questions, and get feedback.
• Tips for Interview Appearance and Attire - compliments of Virginia Tech.
• Dress Right For Interview Success - Photos of outfits and more tips
• Need to build your keyboarding skills for computer usage? Go to www.learn2type.com
  to take a typing test and print a certificate.
  Go to www.sense-lang.org/typing to learn the keyboard using the touch system.

Other Helpful Handouts

• Informational Interviewing
• Resume Packet
• How to Write Cover Letters
• Interviewing Preparation
• U.S. Dept. of Labor Resume/Cover Letter Packet
• Words of Wisdom to New Graduates

Are you trying to decide on a College Major and Career? See our Career Planning and Exploration page.